1722 - Mechanical Maintenance Lead

Sigma Defense Systems

Panama City (FL)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance with HSA/FSA/DFSA

Life and AD&D

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

PTO 160 hours

12 Holidays

Educational Assistance

Competitive Salary

Job summary

Sigma Defense Systems is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Lead to oversee and execute maintenance on aircushion vehicles, aircraft, and naval systems. You will lead hands-on teams, ensure safety, quality, and documentation, and maintain readiness for complex platforms.

The role is contingent on contract award; candidates must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain an active Secret clearance. Strong leadership, communication, and 3M maintenance experience are essential.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
5+ years in maintenance, repair, or modification of aircushion/shipboard mechanical systems.
Experience supervising mechanical maintenance teams.
Strong background in mechanical systems, maintenance, and operational restoration.
Ability to enforce quality control measures and training for 3M compliance.

Responsibilities

Lead daily mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair for aircushion vehicles and related systems.
Supervise technicians, ensure technical accuracy, safety, and procedures.
Assign tasks, provide direction, monitor performance, and ensure efficient maintenance actions.
Oversee corrective/preventative maintenance, inspections, alignments, and tests.
Diagnose issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Maintain thorough maintenance documentation and compliance records.
Train personnel on 3M tools, forms, and reporting processes.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Safety compliance

Training 3M compliance

Documentation

Communication

Mentoring juniors

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

3M Preventative Maintenance Program

Navy 3M System

JSTD001

IPCA610

IPCA620

3M tools and forms

Job description

Sigma Defense is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Lead to be responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and executing mechanical maintenance, repair, and modification activities on complex systems associated with aircushion vehicles, aircraft, or naval mechanical platforms. This role provides handson technical leadership while ensuring maintenance work meets safety, quality, documentation, and operational readiness standards.

This is a contingent position that is pending award of contract. This means that the position is subject to the successful awarding of a contract and will be confirmed once the contract is finalized. The candidate selected for this role will be offered the position on the condition that the contract is awarded to our organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

5+ years of experience performing maintenance, repair, or modification of aircushion vehicles, aircraft, or U.S. Navy shipboard mechanical systems.
5+ years of concurrent experience supervising mechanical maintenance and repair of aircushion vehicles or aircraft.
Strong technical background in mechanical systems, component level maintenance, and operational restoration.
Proven experience implementing and enforcing quality control measures within a mechanical maintenance environment.
Demonstrated ability to apply these standards to mechanical maintenance activities to improve processes and ensure quality.
Ability to train others in 3M compliance.
Strong leadership capabilities with experience directing maintenance teams in operational environments.
Excellent communication, organization, time management, and decisionmaking skills.
Ability to maintain documentation, interpret technical data, and ensure accuracy in maintenance records.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Personnel Clearance Level

Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher.
Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive)

Lead the daily execution of mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities for aircushion vehicles, aircraft systems, or shipboard mechanical equipment.
Supervise maintenance technicians and mechanics, ensuring technical accuracy, adherence to procedures, and safe work practices.
Assign and monitor tasks, provide technical direction, and ensure maintenance actions are performed correctly and efficiently.
Conduct and oversee corrective and preventative maintenance, component replacements, system inspections, alignments, and operational tests.
Diagnose complex mechanical issues and guide the team through resolution using established technical methods and best practices.
Validate work completion through functional checks, inspections, and documentation.
Implement and enforce mechanical maintenance quality control measures.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with applicable workmanship and technical standards, including:
- JSTD001
- IPCA610
- IPCA620
Identify maintenance discrepancies, perform rootcause analysis, and implement corrective actions to sustain high-quality maintenance outcomes.
Utilize the Navy 3M Preventative Maintenance Program to plan, document, and validate maintenance requirements.
Ensure accurate and complete maintenance recordkeeping, including logs, system documentation, and maintenance index system entries.
Ensure that preventative maintenance schedules are followed, documented, and updated in accordance with procedural requirements.
Train personnel on proper use of 3M tools, forms, and reporting processes.
Enforce strict adherence to safety practices, hazard controls, and maintenance worksite protocols.
Identify risks involving equipment, tooling, maintenance processes, or personnel, and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Conduct worksite inspections to ensure compliance with safety policies and mechanical system maintenance standards.
Mentor and train junior technicians in mechanical maintenance procedures, quality requirements, and proper documentation practices.
Support qualification tracking, skills development, and certification maintenance for assigned personnel.
Foster a culture of technical excellence, safety, and pride in workmanship.